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FJ04 XBD

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 128,389 miles on the clock, averaging 9,370 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for FJ04 XBD

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,370

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading128,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year122
Average per year9,370
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ04 XBD 29k54k79k103k128k '07'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,389 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,267 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage123,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,520 miles
PASS
Mileage118,780 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,777 miles
Since last MOT+13,464 miles
PASS
Mileage105,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,373 miles
PASS
Mileage100,940 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,939 miles
Since last MOT+10,005 miles
PASS
Mileage90,934 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,931 miles
Since last MOT+11,232 miles
PASS
Mileage79,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,699 miles
Since last MOT+15,782 miles
PASS
Mileage63,917 miles
Since last MOT+10,342 miles
PASS
Mileage53,575 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage46,122 miles
Since last MOT+7,473 miles
PASS
Mileage38,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,649 miles
Since last MOT+8,277 miles
PASS
Mileage30,372 miles
Since last MOT+1,730 miles
PASS
Mileage28,642 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 XBD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FJ04 XBD

What car is FJ04 XBD?

FJ04 XBD is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FJ04 XBD?

The last recorded mileage for FJ04 XBD was 128,389 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ04 XBD passed its MOT?

FJ04 XBD has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2017.

Is FJ04 XBD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ04 XBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FJ04 XBD?

FJ04 XBD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.